Saving You (ItaFushi)

Chapter 20

Megumi was standing next to Yuji, waiting for the pairs for the first switch training session to be announced.

The sun was shining, and it was a nice, warm day.

He felt Yuji's fingers intertwine with his own, and squeezed his hand.

"Good morning, everybody," Gojo's cheerful voice greeted them.

"Morning," Megumi muttered.

"Okay, listen up," Gojo said, his expression suddenly serious. "Today is the day we start the switch training. Exciting, isn't it? So, let's see who your partner is going to be."

He took out a paper from his pocket, and unfolded it.

"First, we have Nobara and Miwa. Second, Yuta and Nanami. Third..."

Megumi's mind was reeling. He didn't want to admit it, but he was nervous. Gojo was still talking, but he couldn't focus.

Yuji was holding his hand, and Megumi realized that his palms were sweaty. When will his name be called? He tried to listen, but his heart was beating too fast.

"...And, lastly, Megumi-chan. You'll be switching with me!"

"Huh?"

Megumi couldn't believe his ears.

"Yes, that's right! You'll be training with me. Isn't that great?" Gojo asked, and grinned.

Megumi noticed the disappointed expression on some of the student's faces. He figured that most people were hoping to train with the strongest sorcerer.

"Sure," he muttered.

"Wonderful. Everyone, pair up with your partner, and choose a room to train in," Gojo said, and clapped his hands. "Ui Ui will be going around to complete the switch, so just wait for him. Have fun, and remember, there is always something to learn from each other. Now, go!"

Everyone dispersed, and Gojo turned to Megumi.

"So, shall we?" he asked, grinning.

Megumi nodded, and took a deep breath. He could do this.

"Yuji-kun, I asked Choso to spar with you, so you'll probably find him in the training field," Gojo said, his gaze still on Megumi.

"Oh, okay," Yuji said, and gave Megumi a reassuring smile. "See you later."

"Have fun," Gojo said, and chuckled.

As Yuji walked away, Megumi felt a bit self-conscious. He could feel Gojo's eyes on him, even under the blindfold, and he felt like the man could read his thoughts.

"Let's get started," Gojo said, and put a hand on his shoulder.

"Okay," Megumi replied, and took a deep breath.

They walked towards the training rooms, and Gojo chose one at the end of the corridor. As they entered, his teacher sat down on the floor, and crossed his legs.

"Sour candy?" Gojo asked, reaching inside his pocket.

"No, thank you," Megumi replied, and shook his head. "Hey, can I ask you something?"

"Sure, Megumi-chan. Ask away," Gojo said, and smiled.

"Why did you pick me as your partner?"

"Isn't it obvious?" Gojo asked, chuckling.

"No."

Gojo didn't answer right away. He looked at him for a while, and then took a deep breath.

"Megumi, how much did Yuji tell you about what happened during the Culling Games?"